With two months of the 2024 NBA season completed, it's an appropriate time to reassess the performance of this year's rookie class. Although final evaluations will take years, this overview serves as a mid-season progress report. The focus will primarily be on high draft picks and those who have spent considerable time on the court, while also acknowledging rookies who have played in the G League when pertinent. Grades are assigned based on player performance relative to expectations, with struggling high picks likely receiving lower scores, and productive lower-round selections earning favorable marks.

Zaccharie Risacher leads all rookies in minutes played early in the season, yet his shooting struggles from beyond the arc, where he remains below 30%, raise concerns. De'Andre Hunter's consistent performance off the bench is prompting questions about how long the Atlanta Hawks will continue to grant Risacher significant playing time in light of the team's improved performance. Although Risacher has showcased a promising defensive presence and flashes of offensive capability, critiques suggest he lacks the high-impact potential typically expected from a No. 1 pick, earning him a grade of B-.

Baylor Scheierman's contributions to the Boston Celtics may have been minimal, but the No. 30 pick's appearances reflect positively on his progress. His G League statistics display an average of 18.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.9 assists, highlighting his readiness for future opportunities. The volume of his three-point attempts indicates that he could fit well into the Celtics' system, which leads the league in three-point frequency, earning Scheierman a grade of C+.